Homicide Defendant’s December Trial Delayed Until 2025

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On Nov. 17, a homicide defendant’s trial was substantially delayed in front of DC Superior Court Judge Anthony Epstein.

Jamil Whitley, 36, is charged with first-degree murder while armed, possession of firearm during a crime of violence, carrying a dangerous weapon outside home or business, and unlawful possession of a firearm. Whitley allegedly shot 32-year-old Kevin Redd on June 11, 2020, on the 4000 block of Jay Street, NE.

Whitley’s trial was set to begin on Dec. 5. However, defense attorney Madalyn Harvey filed a motion to continue due to being unprepared. The Nov. 14 motion reads ,“Whitley respectfully requests that the Court continues his trial so that he has the necessary time to complete his investigation of the case.”

The trial was rescheduled for May 5, 2025. However, Harvey stated that she has another trial set to begin shortly before Whitley’s, and may have to delay the trial again.

Parties are expected back Dec. 5 for a status hearing.

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